Reference
Reference Notes
This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Dance fad of the mid-2010s that was paired with the "Whip"", so spelling and context are important.
NYT Mini Crossword
Dance fad of the mid-2010s that was paired with the "Whip" NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
Identify the named person, title, quote, or cultural reference before checking the grid length.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 6-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 6 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears to lean on a named reference or quoted wording in "Dance fad of the mid-2010s that was paired with the "Whip"", so spelling and context are important.
- This clue appears at 13A in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Reveal Answer Hide Answer
NAENAE
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
NAENAE is the 6-letter answer for "Dance fad of the mid-2010s that was paired with the "Whip"" in the NYT Mini Crossword. The clue relies on a specific name, title, quote, or cultural reference, so exact spelling matters more than broad synonym matching.
- Grid entry: NAENAE in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- This is Across at 13A, so use the Down crossings to confirm NAENAE.
- NAENAE has 6 letters, matching the required slot for 13A.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using NAENAE
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all NAENAE clues Position 13A
Answer length 6
Puzzle type Mini
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 13A, so use the Down crossings to confirm NAENAE.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a reference clue and verify that the 6 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
Advertisements
History
Clue History
May 2, 2026 Mini / 13A / 6 letters
Puzzle clues Related